New Year’s Eve in New York at the Hotel Gansevoort

Thinking ahead to New Year's Eve? Forget watching the ball drop in New York's Times Square. Instead, book a room at the Hotel Gansevoort in the Meatpacking District for the ultimate bash. Famous for its heated outdoor rooftop pool open 365 days a year, the Hotel Gansevoort has sweeping views over Manhattan and the Hudson River. am New York describes the NYE party:

We hear this year’s celebration will be bigger than in previous years with parties and DJs throughout the hotel. Prices are not yet confirmed yet, but last year’s tickets started at $225 and included top shelf open bar, hors d’oeuvres, a midnight Champagne toast and more. Make it a full day’s event by booking a suite — a 450 square foot suite with two balconies, a king bed and pullout sofa — for $1,025.